Former cop charged over home-made machine gun cache
A highly sophisticated machine gun manufacturing operation has been dismantled after a former cop was busted with a cache of firearms and ammo, police say.
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‘Shocking’: dozens of weapons seized in knife sweep
Almost 100 weapons have been seized in an operation aimed at stamping out knife-related crime after several shocking attacks.
Milk crate heroes describe city street stabbing carnage
Civilians and firefighters who ended a stabbing attack armed with nothing but chairs and milk crates are being recognised for their bravery.
Bravery nod for crate heroes who stopped city rampage
Civilians and firefighters who ended a stabbing attack armed with nothing but chairs and milk crates are being recognised for their bravery.
Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets
If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.
Gun numbers grow in decades since Port Arthur massacre
Gun ownership has risen significantly over three decades since the Port Arthur massacre with the average holder possessing more than four, a study shows.
N.Korea says it tested latest intercontinental missile
North Korea's recent missile launch appears to be its longest test of an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Australia moves missile build onshore as supply dries
The proliferation of long-range strike missiles and firepower is forcing Australia to respond by bolstering its own stockpiles as concerns persist about supply.
Protesters return as leaders slam ‘disgraceful’ actions
Anti-war activists returned to the streets of Melbourne as political leaders slammed their roles in violent scuffles that broke out with police.
Activists say ‘NO’ as Vic mulls weapons expo return
Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.
Anti-war protesters set to converge on weapons expo
Thousands of anti-war protesters are expected to cause chaos in Melbourne this week as the city braces for its biggest demonstration in more than two decades.
Ukraine can use US, German weapons over Kharkiv border
In a major shift, Germany joins the US in allowing Ukraine to use its supplied weapons to strike back over the border following Russia's onslaught in Kharkiv.
Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from front lines
Two US officials say Ukraine has sidelined US-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia.
Protests loom as Australian aid worker shot at in Gaza
Pro-Palestine rallies are set to be held across the nation as it emerged another Australian aid worker has been shot at in Gaza.
North Korea fires second ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korean and Japanese officials say North Korea has fired what appears to be a long-range ballistic missile, its second aggression in less than 12 hours.
N Korea fires ballistic missile, S Korea and Japan say
South Korea's military says it has detected that North Korea has fired at least one ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
N Korea fires suspected ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korea's military says it has detected that North Korea has fired at least one ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
N Korea fires second ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korean and Japan officials say North Korea has fired what appears to be a long-range ballistic missile, its second aggression in less than 12 hours.
Hefty fine threat as sale of knives to youths faces ban
New laws that ban the sale of knives, certain gel blasters, tomahawks and machetes to juveniles in Queensland also carry hefty fines for offending retailers.
Public tip off leads to child abuse, weapon charges
A man has been charged with weapon and child abuse offences after a tip-off from members of the public.
Pressure mounts on Australia to call for Gaza ceasefire
The Greens have echoed calls from Palestinian and human rights groups for a complete ceasefire in Gaza after staging a protest in the federal parliament.
North Korea’s Kim heads home from Russia’s far east
North Korea's Kim Jong-un is leaving Russia after touring its Pacific Sea Fleet equipped with strategic nuclear submarines among other military vessels.
Kim heads home after final stop in Russia’s Vladivostok
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is on his way back home after a six-day trip to Russia.
N Korea fires two ballistic missiles with Kim in Russia
North Korea has fired two short-range ballistic missiles off its east coast, according to South Korea and Japan.
North Korea’s Kim in Russia amid US warnings on arms
Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia after leaving Pyongyang on his private train, ahead of an expected meeting with President Vladimir Putin.
US supply of depleted uranium shells ‘criminal’: Russia
Russia has denounced Washington's plan to provide the Ukrainian military with ammunition containing depleted uranium.
North Korea’s Kim orders more missiles before US drills
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered a drastic increase in production of weapons, with the US saying he intends to supply them to Russia.
Qld mulls next move after court overturns knife ban
Students will be allowed to carry knives in Queensland schools for genuine religious purposes after a landmark decision by the Court of Appeal.
Stun grenade found by police in north Qld
Police have located a stun grenade missing in a suburban street four days after a fatal siege in north Queensland.
If China arms Russia, it will pay, says the US
China will face serious repercussions if it decides to provide lethal aid to Russia, the White House has warned.
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Ukrainian missile may have hit Poland
A missile that killed two people in Poland was a Ukrainian air defence missile, US President Joe Biden has reportedly told allies.